Greg Abramson Email & Phone Number

United States

Greater Chicago Area

As the General Manager, I directed operations for a major International Flight Catering company with annual sales volume exceeding $800M. I coordinated all non-catering operations, distribution services, and equipment leasing processes at Chicago Midway airport by establishing strategic initiatives and leading teams in attainment of stated targets. I forecasted consumer trends, created inventory purchasing plans, sourced suppliers, negotiated pricing to maximize profits, developed retail pricing schedules, and built strong working relationship with vendors. I crafted operating objectives, daily workflows, managerial goals, and continuous training processes to educate staff on TSA practices to ensure compliance and efficiency across operations. I recruited, hired, and mentored associates across all departments to cement operational best practices, promote inter-department communication, and bolster productivity. » In this role, I employed supply chain management best practices, which enabled corporate kitchen units across 25 cities to source uncommon ingredients and distribute products throughout national markets while maintaining low operating costs.» By implementing stringent cost controls, budget development, and expenditure tracking, I lowered operating costs by 5% year-over-year. » As Manager, I spearheaded an initiative to open the inaugural Airport Distribution Center in the U.S. by leading operations for a 20K ft2 warehouse, significantly advancing airport facility security operations, and securing inbound merchandise deliveries at a single distribution point for all airport retailers. » As a direct result of my work orchestrating Volume Allowance program, procurement, purchasing, and supply chain management for 25 business units across U.S., operational costs were lowered through efficient sourcing, optimized purchasing practices, and increased operational efficiency.

At Interpark Corporation, I led a $20M commercial parking and management operation in the Chicago metro area by enhancing operations to increase realized revenue. I championed regional operations for over 40 locations and 100 employees by hiring and coaching staff in operational best practices, proactive communication, and strategies to increase annual sales volume. I analyzed district financials and P&L statement for high-volume operation. In this role, I identified opportunities for advancement, cost savings, potential growth, and employed strategies to maximize profits while lowering operating costs. As a firm leader, I bolstered profit levels by developing working relationships with property owners, advertising seasonal promotions, and developing optimized pricing schedules to increase sales.» The new service standards I designed and established were employed across all corporate locations.

Greater Chicago Area

During my tenure as Area Manager, I was charged with leading the $100M rental fleet operation for O’Hare Airport by implementing processes to grow sales. I oversaw all rental operations at Chicago O’Hare airport by leading over 150 union employees in daily processes, controlling location financials, ensuring adherence to all applicable policies, and employing practices to drive sales through stellar client service. I streamlined internal and client-facing operations for large rental fleet to bolster operational efficiency, sales volume, and corporate revenue. I analyzed inventory levels, coordinated equipment maintenance with internal/external customers, and maximized available unit levels to meet consumer demand. » Due to my exceptional performance and team leadership, I was promoted to Area Manager from Airport Manager within one year of employment.

29 Palms, California And Japan

UNITED STATES MARINE CORP: 1980-1986Tank Command Leader | Military Trainer California/Japan(Entered at age 17; honorably discharged)